Arsenal’s Champions League Final Loss Sparks Team Support for Missed Penalties

Arsenal were defeated in the Champions League final shoot‑out by Paris Saint‑Germain after winger Eberechi Eze missed a decisive penalty. England manager Thomas Tuchel pledged to look after Eze, saying, “Of course it’s painful for Ebs but of course I will take care of it, the group will take care of him,” and arranged extra rest and mental‑health support for Eze, Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke and Declan Rice before their England duties in West Palm Beach.

Brazilian defender Marquinhos also comforted teammate Gabriel, who missed his spot‑kick, telling him, “I told him to stay strong, to hold his head high because he’d had an incredible season.” Marquinhos highlighted Gabriel’s season‑long contributions and assured him of his continued importance for club and country ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Both managers emphasized that the penalty miss would not affect the players’ confidence for upcoming competitions.